Attempt to block toll lane plan dies in committee
An Amendment by Rep. Anthony Brown that would have blocked the federal government from approving environmental studies needed to build toll lanes on Interstate 270 in the Capital Beltway died in a House committee Wednesday. [Washington Post]
Off-duty officers save dog hit by car
Two off-duty Montgomery County officers helped rescue a dog who was hit by a car recently. The officers saw a woman looking for the dog and offered her a ride to help, and when they found the pup in critical condition on a road, the officers helped transport her to a vet. [WJLA]
County fire department to get new engines
The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services will soon have 24 new vehicles to replace aging paramedic engines, according to the department’s spokesman. [WDVM]
Today’s weather
Hot Thursday with a high of about 90 degrees and an overnight low of about 65. A chance of severe thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.
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